Music Downtown: Joel Ward | Peace Plaza
July 23 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Free
Joel Ward is a soul singing, acoustic guitar pickin’, lyric writing, fool for music out of Winona, MN. He’s defied stereotypes and genres all over the country playing an original blend of roots, soul, folk, and rock n roll. His live performances are filled with an emotion to match the heartfelt lyrics he writes.
Music Downtown brings live music to the Peace Plaza and other downtown locations, encouraging passers by to enjoy the music of local artists over weekday lunch and happy hours, and Friday night concerts on Historic Third Street.
This program is presented by Rochester Downtown Alliance with support from Mayo Clinic, Altra Federal Credit Union, Olmsted Medical Center. The series is coordinated by John Sievers and Threshold Arts.
2025 SCHEDULE: May 19 through October 4
PEACE PLAZA:
11 am – 1 pm | Tuesday through Friday*
4 – 6 pm | Sunday through Thursday*
*when Thursdays Downtown is not in session
In the event of inclement weather, music will be moved into Galleria at University Square or the Historic Chateau Theatre. Follow Threshold Arts and Downtown, Rochester MN on social media for updates.